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NYC One Vanderbilt Day Tour: From St. Patrick's Cathedral to One Vanderbilt via Iconic Parks and Trams

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Day 1: City Icons & Parks

New York, NY on June 10, 2025

7:45am

Park at Midtown Manhattan Garage

Park your car at the Icon Parking garage located at 7 East 50th Street, convenient for access to St. Patrick's Cathedral and nearby subway stations.
USD35, 0h30m

8:15am

Visit St. Patrick's Cathedral

Start your day with a visit to the famous St. Patrick's Cathedral to admire stunning Gothic Revival architecture; open from 6:30am to 8:45pm.
Free, 1h

9:30am

Subway to Chelsea Market

Board the E train at 5th Avenue/53rd Street station heading downtown to 14th Street for Chelsea Market, a great spot to grab breakfast and browse unique food vendors.
USD2.90, 0h30m

10:00am

Breakfast at Friedman's Chelsea Market

Enjoy a delicious and hearty breakfast at Friedman's, featuring organic and gluten-free choices inside Chelsea Market, open from 8am to 4pm.
USD20, 1h

11:15am

Subway to Vassal Park vicinity

Take the subway (A or C trains) from 14th Street to 168th Street and then a short taxi or bus ride to visit the peaceful Vassal Park for a relaxing stroll.
USD5, 1h

12:30pm

Explore Vassal Park

Spend some quiet time walking through Vassal Park, a serene green space away from city bustle.
Free, 45m

1:15pm

Subway to Central Park - Belvedere Castle

Return via subway (A or C trains) to 81st Street to access Central Park and visit Belvedere Castle, which offers sweeping views of the park and city; open 10am-6pm.
USD2.90, 0h45m

2:00pm

Belvedere Castle Visit

Tour Belvedere Castle, an iconic and picturesque landmark inside Central Park, perfect for stunning photo opportunities.
Free, 1h

3:15pm

Subway and Tram to Roosevelt Island

Head to 59th Street/2nd Avenue, then take the Roosevelt Island Tramway for incredible aerial views of the East River and Manhattan skyline; tram operates till midnight.
USD2.90, 1h

4:30pm

Return Subway to Midtown

Take the Q subway line back towards Midtown, arriving near One Vanderbilt for your final destination.
USD2.90, 0h45m

5:30pm

Visit One Vanderbilt Summit

Explore One Vanderbilt’s Summit observation deck, offering breathtaking 360-degree city views from one of NYC’s tallest skyscrapers; open until 11pm.
USD39, 1.5h

7:15pm

Dinner at SUMO Sumo Sushi Burrito

Just around the corner, enjoy innovative sushi burritos and fresh ingredients at SUMO Sumo, open until 10pm, perfect to cap off your day.
USD30, 1h
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